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Mercedes-Benz SL

White · Petrol · 1989 · 2,960 cc

JMS 698MOT history

JMS 698 is a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 20 Feb 1989. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 65,721 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
65,721 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
JMS 698
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
SL
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,960 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
20 Feb 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

JMS 698 was last recorded at 65,721 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,403 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
318 miles
Average per year
922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,721 miles
  • 2024 – 65,403 miles
  • 2023 – 64,862 miles
  • 2022 – 64,074 miles
  • 2021 – 63,261 miles
  • 2020 – 62,528 miles
  • 2019 – 61,950 miles
  • 2017 – 60,493 miles
  • 2016 – 59,738 miles
  • 2014 – 58,371 miles
  • 2013 – 57,528 miles
  • 2012 – 56,685 miles
  • 2011 – 55,635 miles
  • 2010 – 54,476 miles
  • 2009 – 53,343 miles
  • 2008 – 51,988 miles
  • 2007 – 50,766 miles
  • 2006 – 49,488 miles
  • 2005 – 47,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,721 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,721 miles (+318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    65,721 miles
    Test number
    394437005319
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass65,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    65,403 miles
    Test number
    465813111930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail65,403 miles (+541)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,403 miles
    Test number
    571428553530
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  4. Pass64,862 miles (+788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,862 miles
    Test number
    821880279690
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass64,074 miles (+813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    64,074 miles
    Test number
    301182042197
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass63,261 miles (+733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    63,261 miles
    Test number
    150612397147
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,528 miles (+578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,528 miles
    Test number
    647516977343
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,950 miles (+730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,950 miles
    Test number
    200344254985
    • AdvisoryCorrosion behind o/s head light under ABS unit.

  9. Pass61,220 miles (+727)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,220 miles
    Test number
    314547994107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass60,493 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,493 miles
    Test number
    162182968485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail60,492 miles (+754)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,492 miles
    Test number
    881276112804
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass59,738 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,738 miles
    Test number
    804340781153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,185 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,185 miles
    Test number
    156597214604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,371 miles (+843)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,371 miles
    Test number
    678670654306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass57,528 miles (+843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,528 miles
    Test number
    758283343339
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass56,685 miles (+1,050)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    56,685 miles
    Test number
    136361042323
    • NoteSigns of engine oil leak
    • NoteVery slight play in track rods

  17. Pass55,635 miles (+1,159)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    55,635 miles
    Test number
    656199141349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak in engine bay

  18. Pass54,476 miles (+1,133)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,476 miles
    Test number
    254769240319
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass53,343 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    53,343 miles
    Test number
    541762659320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,988 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    211420058335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,766 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,766 miles
    Test number
    124747137309
    • Repaired at testFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

  22. Pass50,766 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    50,766 miles
    Test number
    254397937337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,488 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,488 miles
    Test number
    574523456333
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass49,488 miles (+2,244)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,488 miles
    Test number
    911533756321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    47,244 miles
    Test number
    832995355346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,244 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,244 miles
    Test number
    943035055316
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about JMS 698

What vehicle is registration JMS 698 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show JMS 698 on a white petrol Mercedes-Benz SL first used on 20 Feb 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does JMS 698 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on JMS 698 is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on JMS 698?
The MOT on JMS 698 is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has JMS 698 done?
JMS 698 was recorded at 65,721 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 922 miles a year.
Has JMS 698 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. JMS 698 has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on JMS 698 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on JMS 698 find?
JMS 698 passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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